OVO is rolling out a series of community events across the UK aimed at helping households save up to £360 annually on their energy bills. These gatherings form part of Warm Welcome Week, an initiative designed to support …
Birmingham City Council has acknowledged that a legal challenge against the contentious Druids Heath regeneration project could lead to significant delays and reputational risks. The large-scale scheme, approved in October …
Digbeth, once Birmingham’s industrial heartland, has been recognised as one of the best places to live in the city for 2026. Known for its transformation from a hub of industry to a creative and cultural hotspot, Digbeth now …
A long line of eager customers gathered in Billesley today to snap up a 20p cone of chips at Hot Spot, a popular Birmingham chip shop. The bargain, which revived memories of simpler times, was the brainchild of Nassar “Uncle …
Returning for its second year, the Birmingham Light Festival is set to brighten February nights with an expanded lineup of free, captivating light installations from Thursday, February 12 through Sunday, February 15. Last …
Several towns in the Midlands have been recognized among the best places to live in the UK, according to a recent survey that gathered the opinions of residents themselves. The rankings reflect how locals feel about their …
The City of Wolverhampton Council has rejected a proposal from the Ambedkar Buddhist Centre to construct a new 150-square-metre community hall on Upper Zoar Street, citing insufficient parking provisions. The temple’s plan …
Walsall Council planners are preparing to make a final decision on a proposal to transform the former Falcon Inn on Gomer Street West, Willenhall, into a 10-bed House of Multiple Occupation (HMO). Planning officers have …
Shopping second-hand is not just a smart way to save money—it’s also a powerful way to support sustainability. By giving pre-loved items a second life, you help reduce waste and keep quality goods out of landfills. In recent …
Aldi is set to reward its thousands of UK employees with a significant pay increase as part of a £36 million investment in wages and benefits. Starting from March 1, 2026, Store Assistants will receive a new starting pay of …
Birmingham has been grappling with persistent issues of antisocial behaviour (ASB), affecting residents’ quality of life in several neighbourhoods. An analysis of police records from 2025 highlights the five worst-affected …
A Birmingham nurse has voiced her distress after discovering a dead animal amid a pile of illegally dumped rubbish outside her home on Wattville Road in Handsworth. The growing mound of waste, including soiled bin bags and a …
Police are investigating a frightening attempted kidnapping that took place in Wigan city centre on the morning of Friday, January 9. A woman was reportedly grabbed and threatened by an unidentified man as she walked along …
The Prince of Wales pub on West Bromwich High Street, closed by Sandwell Council last year due to a violent incident involving unlicensed door staff, has applied for a new license to reopen. Sandwell Council revoked the …
Just a short 12-minute drive west from Birmingham city centre lies Rotton Park, a suburb drawing growing attention as local housing dynamics echo the challenges seen in London. Despite a dramatic 31.1% drop in average …